Vegan-friendly
Organic
Juice bar
Caribbean
Honey
Breakfast
Dominican
Organic vegetarian restaurant and juice bar offering breakfast foods and a menu-del-dia at lunch. Mostly vegan except for honey. Re-opened here 2018 after move from c/19 de Marzo esquina Arzobispo Portes. Confirmed closed, Oct 2019.
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Calle Las Mercedes, La Espiral 313, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Last update on 02 Oct 2019 by Guest
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17 Reviews
First Review by JohnRitthaler
vgampa
Points +33
Closed - Edit
We went in september2019 and the restaurant is permanently closed.
Read morePros: :(
Guest
JahCourtney
Points +50
Irie food. Give thanks - Edit
I'm glad I finally made it. It is nice to find ital food when you're away from home. The food was good. The atmosphere was chill. Truthfully had I known before that Kalenda was Rastafarian I would have made it my only choice all stay. Give thanks.
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Ilsa
Points +230
Very cosy - Edit
Very cosy place and nice staff, perfect for lunch. However the food was quite tasteless when I was there :(
Read morePros: Nice place, seating in the garden.
Cons: Not the most flavourful food.
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MariekeGriffioen
Points +18
Pleasant place in zona colonial with a Daily (Dominican style) lunch menu. - Edit
Very friendly hosting, Nice ambiance, good Food, nothing culinaire but Very tasty. The juices are freshly homemade and natural (no added sugar).
Read moreIT is ventilated Inside and Very pleasant to spend An hour OR a bit more as a break from sightseeing OR work.
Pros: Many Vegan options , Simply tastful freshly homemade, Natural juices
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pizzateriyaki
Points +70
just awesome - Edit
the people are friendly, the food is REALLY good and they had two cats here wenn we visited, which is another huge plus since we are such animal lovers. just a great atmosphere all around it. food was very well balanced and the juices very delicious as well.
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LeFunks
Points +8929
Lovely food and place - Edit
Excellent vibes from the staff and the place. The menu-del-día is not bad at all and very affordable, mainly Carribean specialities. It'd be wonderful if the had more dishes available, though.
Read morePros: nice food and staff, affordable, beautiful courtyard
Cons: only menu-del-dia available at lunch
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AirNesto
Points +107
Freshest Place in Town - Edit
It is a Rastafari-owned place, the owner is the chef as well.
Read moreLovely charming place to eat, very friendly staff (chef speaks English, staff is working on it) who enjoys a chat if you wish, and it is easy to get talking to other guests. They also sell soap made from plants and other minor items.
The food is prepared fresh and on the spot. Went twice during my stay and would absolutely recommend it.
Pros: Fresh Food, Friendly Staff
Cons: Seats are low, might be relevant for seniors
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XOXO
Points +2033
An option - Edit
Cash only place.
Read moreFood is ok but staff and chef were very attentive and nice.
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Aquilesgc
Points +705
Restaurante vegetariano-Reggie en zona Colonial - Edit
Pequeño restaurante con encanto cerca del malecón, en la zona colonial. Aconsejo llegar antes de las 14 para no quedarse sin opciones. Comí ayer el menú del día, bastante abundante y completo. También la carne de champiñones, muy sabrosa. El zumo del menú espectacular. Quedé satisfecho y con la panza llena. Música Reggie y colores vivos te rodean. Y lo mejor la atención, con Karen como excelente camarera. El equipo lo completan Miguel (dueño) y Nathaly. Todo, incluyendo pan, 450 pesos
Read more. Una experiencia recomendable
Pros: Atencion, Sabor, Exotismo
Cons: No tienen toda la carta
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QuitaJerez
Points +19
mala experiencia - Edit
ayer fui a almorzar a eso de las 13:30 y no habia menu, sushi, pizza o sea de entrada me encontre con muchos no.
Read moreFinalmente tome un jugo y me fui
Cons: mal
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SashaPesci
Points +38
Vegan oasis in zona colonial - Edit
So good!! Portions are huge. Great price. Free of animal products. The place is also super cute , peaceful, and pleasant. They were playing nice reggae music. The waitress was so friendly and smiley. They didn't have all the items on the menu but we had the dish of the day which was 300 pesos for a soup, large dish of rice veggies and salad with avocado and a natural juice. The plantain tortillas were also good! I think almost everything comes with loads of avocado :) highly recommend!!!
Read morePros: Good taste, All plant-based, Nice atmosphere
Cons: Availability of dishes
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VeganaDominicana
Points +113
Healthier than expected - Edit
Everything is vegan which is great. The plate of the day will definately fill you up but it includes a lot of uncooked vegetables which isn't my cup of tea. However, other dishes are pretty good, especially the mushroom "meat". It is a pretty places in a pretty area.
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Good food
Cons: No parking basically, No credit card accepted
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LaurenDrescher
Points +16
A lovely surprise - Edit
After having been told by Tourist info that there were no Vegetarian restaurants in Santo Domingo we were delighted to discover Kalenda. The plate of the day included a wonderful curcuma drink . A flavourful white bean soup bean was followed by a very generous dish with an assortment of salads and vegetables . Fresh and beautifully prepared. Everything was delicious! It is located in a beautiful area of the Colonial Zone. The chef was patient with our limited Spanish and was very warm and made us feel at home.
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Dayita
Points +36
Amazing food - Edit
I went to Santo Domingo with my husband, three weeks ago.
Read moreI honestly felt so grateful when I came across this restaurant. It was a delicious, warm meal, loved the dessert, it was tasty.
The service was quick and friendly.
Definetely a place to try!
Pros: Good food, Friendly, attentive service
Guest
downingfan
Points +39
A Place that Celebrates Fresh Food! - Edit
We discovered this place late in our visit but it set the standard. The food is expertly prepared with combinations that are inventive and a delight. The presentation is something you would expect at fancy restaurant. But what makes this place really special is the way the food is prepared to take full advantage of their access to very fresh ingredients. When we visited we tried the kale salad, red rice special, miso soup, mushroom "burger" with chickpea pesto on whole grain bread, oat pancakes layered with fresh mango, a pasta dish with bite. None were typical, all were flavorful treats. The menu varies and there are no prices listed, but here you are in good hands. Everything we tried for 3 meals was extraordinary and the prices were far below the quality of the food, presentation and service. Even if you're not a vegan, one meal here will lift your spirits. Casual atmosphere, warm friendly service and great food.
Read morePros: Centrally located, Presentation and Service, Changing Menu
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karene
Points +40
Your New Favorite Vegan Place - Edit
Kalenda has a lot going for it. First: It's distinctive. Many of the best vegan/vegetarian restaurants in Santo Domingo are Taiwanese. They're delicious, but the menus have some overlap if not in the dish itself then in the ingredients/style. Kalenda spices things up on the SD vegan scene by offering new dishes regularly (the menu changes daily). Second: It's in the Colonial Zone! For travelers visiting the city or locals living nearby in Gazcue the location is so important. The only other options nearby are Falafel (which has limited options for vegans) and Ananda (which is cafeteria style and the menu pretty much never changes). Kalenda has filled a gaping hole in the Colonial Zone market: a vegan restaurant with a sit-down atmosphere, varied menu, and downright delicious meals. Third: It's affordable. The menu was handwritten on a piece of paper, with five or six items to select from. No prices and we didn't ask, we just ordered. When the plates came out the portions were large and beautifully presented with sliced avocados flaring out along the edges of the plates with seeds sprinkled on top. The attention to presentation gave me the impression we might be in for a rather large bill. I was SHOCKED when the total came to RD$375... that's about US$8... for two plates. So that's the deal. If you're not going to Kalenda, you're not living.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on Saturday October 31, 2015
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JohnRitthaler
Points +16
Excellent varied dish every day - Edit
I am lucky that this restaurant is close to my where I reside when I work in Santo Domingo. I've never been disappointed. Very well prepared and presented vegan fare at a good price. Their lunch includes a soup and a hot infused tea with the main course. The main course is changed every day so one could eat there everyday of the week without repeating a dish. I brought a non vegan friend there and he liked the food but he said it did not fill him as much as he is use to. I believe the amount of food is spot on. If you are still hungry I would suggest a fruit juice and/or one of their home made muffins which should satisfy a big appetite.
Read moreThe style of restaurant is laid back, simple and reggae music is usually playing in the background. The daily lunch plate will run you $250 pesos or around $5.50 US. For this quality of food, thoughtful details and preparation/presentation, I find this to be a bargain.
Take out and delivery is available.
Updated from previous review on Saturday May 30, 2015
Updated from previous review on Saturday May 30, 2015
Pros: Innovative cuisine, Friendly service
ellytravelgirl
thanx a lot John, you cant imagine how helpful this is, as I'm moving to dom rep in october, i really thought i wouldnt be able to find anything vegan or veggie at all, so its a great relief.i cant wait to visit this place, although i will be on the other side of the island :/
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